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- Mesa, AZ
Yeah I flew in from Phoenix.
Illinois 79, UCLA 70 Postgame
One of the guys was definitely hoarse.
UCLA fan: "I showed up... You know who else showed up? Everyone from the f'n state of Chicago rooting for Illinois! Where are you Bruin fans?"
They do have the big rivalry game today against SC so I could see some of the Bruins fans not making the trip to Vegas yesterday.
One of my major concerns prior to the season was just who was going to be the Alpha Dog? It was genuine as the team had so many new players and no one knew who or what could/would emerge. I was kind of hoping Goode would be the guy with has toughness and competence at both ends, as well as TSJ with his experience....but lacking in vocal input. Hawkins had showed too much immaturity so his next step was a mystery. Yet, in his defense, he has become the consummate team player whose overall game has matured immensely.TSJ:
But there is no doubt now that Shannon is using his elite talents and work ethic to lead and spark this team when needed. It is hard not to see that he is superior to Ayo at both ends of the court, which makes one wonder if the Illini could have another First Team AA and maybe a lottery pick in the works. When needed, he quietly says "watch me and follow my lead", and the show begins. Welcome home TSJ!!
The answer is the Illini hoops team can be great....just how consistently can the play that way?
Great...when combined with 14% from the FT line, he is perfect shooting the ball!!!dain shooting 86% from the field on the season
Seriously, that field shooting is crazy, but more a product of his footwork, quickness, recognition, and hard work...all of which are exceptional. If he can get rid of that deep bend and long lift on his free throw shot, he can be an AA....soon.
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Agree, and our our quality depth also played a big role, helping keep us fresh while 6 guys played 95% of the minutes for UCLA.
The physicality on display for both teams last night was really something.
There didn't used to be bodies like that in college basketball a generation ago.
Because of his Ohio roots.
No, no hacking. "Illini 76 UCLA 71" I guess you forgot to quote this part of the post, LOL. But, it's all good, and I admit that I have more confidence than I did before this game about winning all four games. I would think we all do, but I think it is ok for all of us to lay aside our memories of past seasons traumas, and believe in this team.
TNT?? The Groce Era is over!!! We are everyday guys manā¦. Get it right.
Proud of this team and fans. Great showing for both in Vegas. Time to repeat the showing on Sunday. The team has greater upside than shown yesterday and I can't wait to watch them reach their potential.
Just giving you a bit of business. But no reason for me to quote your prediction for UCLA game. What you found amusing had to do with the record for the 4 game stretch. Anyway, yes I think everyone is feeling more confident after that game. Only one game, but better shows the potential of this team than the cupcake wins did. Letās keep this train rolling.
Oh yea... look at my post in the previous thread before the game thread. This was my post in the pre-game thread,
"Yea their point guard is tough. They are a good team. But I think we're up for the task. These are the types of games I'd rather us cut our teeth on early to get ready for March. This is what you come to Illinois for. If you're a baller, these types of games. And from what it sounds like, this team doesn't shy away from a tough game based on the secret scrimmage. This would be a good game to see Mayer and Melendez (M & M if you will) have breakout games for this season. I think this team is so deep that they can just keep attacking in waves with no let up. Eventually wearing teams down and pulling away to win games."
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- Racine WI
Great game, now beat VA on Sunday! BTW, was there something wrong with Ty Rodgers playing only 7 minutes? Probably was discussed somewhere within 17 pages back, just need updated, hoping he's ok.
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Men's Basketball vs UCLA on 11/18/2022 - Box Score - University of Illinois Athletics
The official box score of Men's Basketball vs UCLA on 11/18/2022
Had 2 early fouls. Not sure after that.Great game, now beat VA on Sunday! BTW, was there something wrong with Ty Rodgers playing only 7 minutes? Probably was discussed somewhere within 17 pages back, just need updated, hoping he's ok.
Men's Basketball vs UCLA on 11/18/2022 - Box Score - University of Illinois Athletics
The official box score of Men's Basketball vs UCLA on 11/18/2022
Yeah two early ones took him out of first half, and then Sencire kept him and RJ out of second half. Ty with only 1 minute in second half and RJ with only 3.
Heās very skilled. Great footwork, excellent hands.
Phenomenal game - defense travels.
I think it was just an anomaly game for him! He'll play better for certain. We need him!
For a frosh, Ty is very good at rebounding, defense, handling, looking for open teammates, and being where he is supposed to be. Those things alone make him hugely valuable to the team. But he is terribly deficient as a shooter....from the field and the line. Likely, as a kid, he was praised so much for being unselfish and working hard for his team that he just did not spend any time other that required by coaches in learning efficient shooting technique (and I have no idea, just trying to make sense from what I see and know). But to go any further, which I am pretty sure is in his mind, he must learn to become a solid shooter at several levels. It will take an effort and focus much like we have seen from TSJ, but he started from a higher plateau. Regardless, Ty will be a solid and important player for the Illini, and I truly hope it is for 4 years.